The OSINT Collection Manager is the strategic anchor of the OSINT team, responsible for understanding client/leadership needs and translating them into actionable intelligence requirements. They optimize and manage resources, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee the intelligence projects' scope, budget, and schedule. With comprehensive knowledge of OSINT practices and a focus on risk management, they ensure that the team delivers high-value, insightful intelligence products that align with client objectives.

The OSINT Collection Manager defines the intelligence mission's scope, objectives, and priorities with input from the OSINT Analyst, ensuring that the team's efforts align with the client's strategic goals. The OSINT Engineer leads the data collection phase, with the OSINT Media Analyst ensuring that the sources are credible and free from manipulation. Collection management is at the heart of ensuring the proper data is collected and analyzed to meet client or leadership needs.